2017 National Museum Salary Survey Now Available

The American Alliance of Museums has released the 2017 National Museum Salary Survey in partnership with the six regional museum associations (Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Mountain-Plains, New England, Southeastern, and Western) and five state museum associations (California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Virginia.).The survey, compiled with data received from 1,060 institutions nationwide, details demographic, salary, and benefit information on 52 of the most common professional positions in museums, organized within five categories: administrative; collections; education, visitor services and research/evaluation; exhibitions; and external affairs.

The full report, with all 52 positions, is available for $100. Members of AAM and of the regional and state project partner organizations can purchase the report for $60 (when logged into the AAM website). And new this year, segments of the full report for specific staffing categories are available as individual snapshots for $20 each.

Mission Statement

The Association of Academic Museums and Galleries is the leading educational and professional organization for academic museums, galleries, and collections. In recognition of the unique opportunities and challenges of its constituents, the AAMG establishes and supports best practices, educational activities and professional development that enable its member organizations to fulfill their educational missions.